LMFT, 9 years of experience
Hey there! My name is Alice Thomas, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a specialty in Art therapy and Substance use. Ready to embrace positive change and reclaim your life? As a therapist, I am dedicated to helping you discover your inner strength and resilience. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I strive to create a safe space for you to explore your emotions, challenges, and personal growth. My goal is to empower you with the necessary tools and coping skills to navigate life's difficulties more effectively. Drawing from a diverse range of therapeutic techniques such as CBT, DBT, EMDR and Art therapy, I tailor each session to meet your unique needs, whether you are seeking support for individual issues or working on enhancing your relationships. Guided by empathy and active listening, I am committed to assisting you on your journey toward greater self-awareness, healing, and positive transformation. Together, we will work towards creating a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
In a first session with me, clients can expect a supportive, goal-focused conversation. We'll clarify their needs, explore relevant background, and work collaboratively to find insights or solutions. The session ends with a summary of key takeaways or next steps, tailored to their goals.
My positive demeanor influences my ability to be confident and create hope. I am very candid and relatable which allows for an experience that lets you feel accomplished. I am proud of my ability to navigate intense situations to reach a point of comfort and occasional humor to boost the spirit.
I have experiences working with all populations and do not discriminate against any ages, mental health diagnosis, behavioral or physical issues.
My CBT approach centers on helping clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that may be contributing to distress. I use practical, skills-based interventions to foster insight, increase coping strategies, and promote long-term change.
With DBT, I emphasize teaching clients concrete skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. I integrate these tools into sessions to help clients manage intense emotions and build a more balanced and effective approach to daily challenges.
In couples therapy, I draw on systemic frameworks to help partners understand their interaction patterns, improve communication, and rebuild trust. I focus on creating a collaborative environment where each partner feels heard and supported while working toward shared goals.
In my EMDR work, I guide clients through structured reprocessing to help reduce the emotional intensity of trauma and grief-related memories. I emphasize safety, stabilization, and pacing, ensuring clients feel supported as they move toward more adaptive beliefs and emotional relief.
With a decade of experience supporting clients through loss, my approach to grief therapy focuses on creating a compassionate, grounded space where clients can process their emotions at their own pace. I help clients explore the meaning of their loss, strengthen coping skills, and integrate their experience in a way that supports healing and resilience.